Lead R&D Test Engineer

What's the role?

The HERE Navigation team is building a next-generation, highly customizable embedded navigation product with an interesting technical stack and architecture . In fact, the in-car navigation is just one element of the entire developed ecosystem, other building blocks are i.a. APIs, libraries and SDK . We are an international team of engineers, designers and product managers working in an agile environment.

As a Lead Test Automation Engineer, you'll be a key player in ensuring the quality of our HERE-based automotive navigation systems through comprehensive test automation and engineering excellence.

You'll work closely with Developers, DevOps, Product Owners, Product Managers, and UX teams to ensure our navigation solutions meet the highest standards of reliability, usability, and performance.

As a Lead Test Automation Engineer in our team, you will:

• Define and lead the test automation strategy for Android-based automotive navigation systems (including AAOS)
• Coordinate and prioritize testing activities across lab and virtualized environments
• Lead a team of test engineers, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and performance feedback
• Design and implement automated test frameworks using Kotlin, Appium, Cucumber, and TestNG
• Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and reporting documentation for Android-based navigation systems (including AAOS)
• Develop and maintain Python scripts for test infrastructure and tooling
• Manage and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines for test automation
• Troubleshoot issues during testing and in production environments
• Track test results and manage defects using tools like JIRA
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and ensure test coverage
• Execute automated tests to verify functionality, performance, and scalability on Target HW/Car/Emulators
• Identify, prioritize, and report defects, and work with development teams to drive resolution
• Drive quality initiatives, process improvements, and automation efforts

Who are you?

You're a quality-driven engineer with strong automation expertise who thrives on building robust test frameworks and ensuring seamless navigation experiences through comprehensive automated testing.

You Bring:

• A degree in Computer Engineering, Information Sciences, or equivalent experience
• 9+ years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on test automation
• Extensive experience with Kotlin test automation using Appium, Cucumber, and TestNG
• Proficiency in Gradle for build automation and dependency management
• Experience in mobile application testing, especially on Android (AAOS is a big plus)
• Familiarity with automotive navigation systems (HERE or similar is a bonus)
• Strong Python scripting skills for test infrastructure and tooling
• Experience managing GitLab CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure
• Proven leadership experience in QA or test automation engineering roles
• Strong background in test strategy, planning, and execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English
• Experience with tools like JIRA and test management systems
• Understanding of Automotive Quality Standards - Ex: ISTQB, A-SPICE
• A passion for product quality, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset

What do we offer?

• Work on on globally deployed automotive navigation and mapping products
• Collaboration with an experienced, international engineering organization
• Truly international team of fantastic & talented people from 60+ countries worldwide, working from strong tech hubs located in Europe, the US, and Asia, along with multiple smaller locations
• Flexible working hours & a flexible approach to office vs. remote work
• Medical coverage for you and your family
• Yearly variable bonus
• This role is eligible for the Creative Tax Incentive scheme in Poland (KUP)
• Option to work on a B2B contract (please note: benefits, bonus and KUP do not apply in this case)

Life at HERE in Poland comes with a competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and performance. This includes a base salary, a Short-Term Incentive (STI) bonus (percentage based on role), a creative tax advantage for eligible positions, private medical care (including dental), life insurance, a meal allowance, vision reimbursement, a remote work allowance (if applicable), access to MyBenefit and Multisport programs, and various wellbeing initiatives. Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave are provided in accordance with the Polish Labor Code.

Who are we?

HERE Technologies is a location data and technology platform company. We empower our customers to achieve better outcomes – from helping a city manage its infrastructure or a business optimize its assets to guiding drivers to their destination safely.At HERE we take it upon ourselves to be the change we wish to see. We create solutions that fuel innovation, provide opportunity and foster inclusion to improve people’s lives. If you are inspired by an open world and driven to create positive change, join us. Learn more about us on our YouTube Channel.

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As part of HERE Technologies employment process, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This offer and any related claims are subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. This will involve employment, education, and criminal verification if applicable.

HERE is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.